Bomarea salsilla

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Basic Information

Family: Alstroemeriaceae

Genus: bomarea

Plant ID (slug): bomarea-salsilla

Numeric ID: 20703

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Bomarea salsilla is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. America - Chile.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Tuber - cooked[2, 61, 105, 177]. Starchy[46].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Bomarea salsilla